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The studio delivered 80 shots across the 4 eps, including invisible reflection and shadow removals, environment clean-ups, and helping to enable that camera through the window shot.Watch the breakdown here at Absolutes site.The post Watch Absolutes VFX breakdown for the one-shot Adolescence series appeared first on befores & afters.

The Fast Company Impact Council is an invitation-only membership community of leaders, experts, executives, and entrepreneurs who share their insights with our audience. Members pay annual dues for access to peer learning, thought leadership opportunities, events and more.When I was 12 years old, my parents enrolled me in a kids coding class at the YMCA. This was 1983before the internettyping code from magazines like Compute! into a computer with a green-on-black screen and seeing what it did. And the experience would go on to shape the course of my life.Ive been in software for more than 30 years, most of them at Intuit. I started there as a software engineer in 1999 and today am its chief technology officer. In that time, so much has changed about this professionfrom the way we mentor to the way we code. Today, agentic AI technology can take high-level directions, look at an existing code base, pull in the right set of data, do a web search to look at the current ecosystem, and then plan out and perform a sequence of actions normally expected from a junior engineer. This provides a true end-to-end done-for-you experience. Put simply, I can see why people might feel like everything is changing for software engineers.But even in this fast-changing field, there are throughlines. I may not be working in BASIC on the same Apple 2E from coding camp, but the foundational skills that help me break down complex problems, ask the right questions, and code durable solutions are as important as theyve always been. No one needs me to describe how this industry has changed. Instead, here are three things that havent.1. The why is as important as the howStrategic thinking has long been part of a software engineers job, to go beyond coding to building. Working in service of a larger purpose helps engineers develop more impactful solutions than simply coding to a set of specifications. With the rise in AI-assisted codingand, thus, the ability to code and build much fasterthe why remains at the forefront. We drive business impact by delivering measurable customer benefits. And you have to understand a problem before you can solve it with code.As machines tackle the parts of the job that deliver relatively standard pieces of a solution, the other part of an engineers rolethat of a cognitive architecttakes on new weight. The key differentiator lies in the ability to effectively use AI to augment human capabilities. Time previously spent on routine coding tasks can now be devoted to strategic decisions, allowing engineers who are just starting out to practice critical thinking skills earlier in their careers and offering seasoned engineers more opportunities to leverage their expertise for competitive advantage.2. Curiosity is keyThe best engineers are inherently curious, with an eye for detail and a desire to learn. Through the decades, that hasnt really changed; a learning mindset continues to be important for technologists at every level. Ive always been curious about what makes things tick. As a child, I remember taking things apart to see how they worked. I knew I wanted to be an engineer when I was able to put them back together again.The continuous advancement of technology makes it impossible for the day-to-day work of a junior engineer to look the same year over year. In the 1980s, an entry-level coder might have been tasked with writing simple programs in assembly language, but by the 90s this was made nearly obsolete by higher-level languages like C++. Similarly, in the early 2000s, we needed humans to manually parse and clean large files, and by the 2010s we could automate data cleaning with scripting and ETL tools.AI may be exponentially accelerating the pace of change in our day-to-day work, but those who enter the field with curiosity and a hunger to make things more efficient, effective, and intuitive will continue to find success, even as the way they apply that curiosity continues to shift.3. Leadership skills arent just for managersNot every great coder aspires to be a people leader; I certainly didnt. I was introverted growing up. But as I worked my way up at Intuit, I saw firsthand how the right leadership skills could deepen my impact, even when I wasnt charged with leading anybody. Ive seen how quick decision making, holistic problem solving, and efficient delegation can drive impact at every level of an organization. And these assets only become more important as we fold AI into the process.Communication skills, for example, have taken on new significance. When we convey all the relevant information needed for a counterpart to provide an adequate responsewhether its a colleague, a customer, or AIwe reach better outcomes faster. Its always been critical to understand the context around a problem in order to choose and code the right solution. But engineers now need to be able to adequately explain that context to AI in a clear, direct way to efficiently delegate portions of their work, in order to leverage AI to operate more efficiently and increase productivity internally. At Intuit, we see up to 40 percent faster coding using generative AI code assistants. Communication skills are key in getting these outcomesand, as a resultdriving faster innovation for customers.AI is changing the trajectory of software engineering. And as long as we continue to practice the foundational skills our industry was built on, it will be as rewarding and exciting a career in the future as it was for me 30 years ago.Alex Balazs is CTO at Intuit.

Shares of GameStop fell more than 15% on Thursday after the companys plan to finance its bitcoin pivot raised questions about the timing of its move and its strategy to turn around its struggling retail business.The video game retailers shares also gave up all their gains from a day earlier and were on track for their biggest one-day fall since last June, after the company said it was offering $1.3 billion in 0% 2030 convertible bonds to amass the cryptocurrency.The companys announcement that it would buy bitcoin to hold as a treasury reserve asset had created a mini euphoria among retail traders, who keenly track the so-called meme stock.However, GameStop also announced the closing of a significant number of additional stores this year, signalling that its retail business continued to flounder despite attempts to turn it around.Investors are not necessarily optimistic on the underlying business, said Bret Kenwell, U.S. investment analyst at eToro.There are question marks with GameStops model. If bitcoin is going to be the pivot, where does that leave everything else?The timing of GameStops decision to buy bitcoin is also in focus as the cryptocurrencys price has gained nearly 27% since Novembers presidential election, though they are sharply down from record highs due to uncertain economic conditions.Why did (GameStop) wait so long if they were going to go down this road? Six months ago, nine months ago would have made a lot more sense, Kenwell said.The debt offering to fund bitcoin purchases mimics the playbook of Strategy, one of the largest individual holders of bitcoin that is widely seen as a bitcoin proxy.The overall outlook for crypto markets was also contributing to declines as GameStops move has failed to meaningfully boost market confidence, said Agne Linge, head of growth at decentralized bank WeFi.With the days losses, GameStop shares have dropped more than 23% this year.Lisa Pauline Mattackal, Reuters

The sky darkens. Clouds drift lazily across the horizon. A playful moon peeks out from behind a cushiony barrier, observing the world below with childlike curiosity. This isnt a scene from a storybook. Its the dial of the new Christopher Ward x Mr Jones Celestial moonphase watch.Designer: Christopher Ward x Mr JonesWhen two British watchmakers collide, the result is rarely predictable. This collaboration has produced something genuinely distinctive in the often conservative world of horologya watch that defies convention while celebrating the poetry of time itself.The Celestial immediately announces itself as something different. Gone are traditional hour markers and conventional hands. Instead, two purple swallows sweep across a dreamy nightscape, one tracking minutes along the outer edge while its companion indicates hours closer to the center. These avian timekeepers glide above three-dimensional pastel blue clouds. Behind this celestial cushion, a deep blue background studded with silver-gilted stars creates remarkable depth.But the true star is undoubtedly the moon. The luminous lunar face, rendered in a playfully cartoonish style, peeks out from behind the cloud formation. This isnt merely decorativeits a functioning moonphase complication that accurately mimics the moons natural cycle throughout each month. What strikes me most is how this design manages to be both technically impressive and emotionally evocative. It captures that magical moment when day transitions to nightthat liminal space where imagination takes flight.The Celestials distinctive artwork comes courtesy of Bea Watts, an assembly technician at Mr Jones Watches who won an internal design competition. My design celebrates the beauty of the night sky in a playful way, Watts explains. I was inspired by the magical feeling of sitting outside to watch the sunset, and staying there till day transitions into night. This personal connection gives the watch authentic emotional resonance. Watts hasnt just created a pretty faceshes captured a specific feeling, a moment of tranquility that resonates with anyone whos ever spent time stargazing.Beneath the whimsical exterior beats some serious horological engineering. The watch is powered by Christopher Wards Calibre JJ04, which combines a Sellita base movement with an in-house moonphase module. What makes this movement special is how it handles the moonphase complication. Rather than advancing in discrete jumps, the moon display moves in one continuous, smooth motion. This is achieved by linking the moon display directly to the hour hand, ensuring both are in perpetual motion.The technical precision is remarkable. If kept wound, the moonphase complication will maintain its accuracy for an astonishing 128 years before requiring adjustment. All this technology is housed within a modest 37mm stainless steel case that sits 13.10mm thick. The watch offers 30 meters of water resistancesufficient for everyday wear but not for swimming.This represents more than just a one-off novelty. It brings together two significant players in British watchmaking, each with their own distinct approach to the craft. Christopher Ward pioneered the online-only premium watch model when it launched in 2004, building its reputation on solid engineering and accessible luxury. Mr Jones Watches, meanwhile, has carved out its niche with boldly artistic timepieces that challenge conventional notions of how a watch should look and function.Both brands share a commitment to British watchmaking, and both founders serve as advocates for the Alliance of British Watch and Clock Makers. The Celestial represents a true collaboration rather than simply a co-branding exercise. Mr Jones provided the artistic direction, while Christopher Ward contributed the technical expertise. The result is a watch that couldnt have been created by either brand working alone.Unlike traditional watches that prioritize instant readability, the Celestial asks for a moment of your attention. It rewards this pause with a miniature narrative that unfolds with each glance. The dial is essentially a slow-moving carousel. Time is read by observing the positions of the birds: one representing hours, the other pointing to minutes. This creates a continuous, animated effect that changes throughout the day. This approach to timekeeping feels more mindful, more connected to the natural rhythms the watch depicts. Its less about telling time and more about experiencing it.Despite its artistic nature, the Celestial remains practical. The 37mm case size makes it accessible to a wide range of wrists, while the 44.07mm lug-to-lug measurement ensures comfortable wear. Buyers can choose between light or dark blue leather straps or a five-link polished and brushed steel bracelet. The blue leather creates a more casual, artistic impression, while the bracelet lends a touch of formality without compromising the watchs playful character.As with many Mr Jones creations, the Celestial is produced in limited quantitiesonly 300 pieces will be made. Priced at $2,650 on a leather strap or $2,810 on the steel bracelet, it occupies an interesting middle ground in the watch market. Its certainly not an entry-level timepiece, but compared to many limited edition watches with specialized complications, it offers considerable value. The watch is available now through both Christopher Ward and Mr Jones online stores.The Christopher Ward x Mr Jones Celestial represents something increasingly rare in watchmaking: genuine creativity. In an industry often bound by tradition and incremental evolution, this collaboration dares to reimagine what a moonphase watch can be. What makes it special isnt just its technical specifications or limited production run. Its the emotional response it evokesa watch designed to make you smile, to remind you of quiet moments spent gazing at the night sky, to reconnect you with a sense of wonder.The Celestial strips timekeeping back to its emotional rootstracking day and night through characters, rhythm, and color. Its a kinetic art object built around a mechanical core, meant for anyone who sees the poetry in passing minutes. The night sky has inspired humanity since we first looked upward. With the Celestial, Christopher Ward and Mr Jones have captured a small piece of that eternal wonder and made it wearable. In a world of increasingly homogenized watch design, such creative courage deserves recognitionand perhaps a place on your wrist.The post Christopher Ward x Mr Jones Celestial: Whimsical Moonphase Magic first appeared on Yanko Design.

The P3 Pro is a capable travel charger that ensures your devices big or small don't die on you while you're away from home.InfinaCore P3 Pro Charger reviewChoosing a charger that meets your travel needs can be hard. You need the right combination of ports, portability, and charging power.With a large battery capacity, fast charging, and compactness due to a GaN design, the P3 Pro isn't a bad choice to bring on the go. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums

Apple offering a Lumon Terminal Pro from the Apple TV+ hit "Severance" is the kind of 360-degree cross-promotion that all the other streamers except one could only wish for.You'd buy one if you could image credit: AppleBack in the '80s, the marketing buzzword of the day was "multimedia." But at the time, it was just a buzzword because what it really meant was that a film or a TV show would have a novelization.Just as they had before, just has they have since. Continue Reading on AppleInsider | Discuss on our Forums

Rigidity is the target of a new interdisciplinary project at the Cornell AAP led by ecoLogicStudio founder Jenny Sabin that developed a new system of photovoltaics that can contour more flexibly to different surfaces of structures thanks to its mimicry of complex biomechanics.Its called HelioSkin, and it was produced through a collaboration with physicist Itai Cohen and plant biologist Adrienne Roeder as part of Cornells new Department of Design Tech, to which Sabin is serving as the inaugural Chair.Image is courtesy of Cornell University AAPThe product works by harnessing a kind of 'nonstandard angularity' derived from heliotropism, an innate biological mechanism found in sunflower plants that allows them to track light by manipulating the curvature of their stems at the cellular level.This process is then repeated in software that was developed by Sabin, allowing for mechanically tracking 'skin' to be developed for use in retractable roofs, stadiums, and skyscrapers.Image i...

Retro Studios Metroid Prime 4: Beyond has finally received new gameplay footage courtesy of the latest Nintendo Direct. Unfolding on Planet Viewros, we follow protagonist Samus Aran as she ventures through a thick jungle the same one with the massive tree in the center. Check it out below.After mysteriously being transported to the world with an ancient being calling her the Chosen One Samus must scan stone figures and relics to progress. Of course, various wild creatures await, some flying and others with multiple legs.Samus will rely on some familiar tools, but shes also imbued with mysterious new Psychic Abilities. She can use these to operate mechanisms and open doors. During combat, they also allow for controlling beam trajectory, piercing multiple enemies at a time.The trailer ends with a sleek new red armor for Samus, though further details remain unknown. Metroid Prime 4: Beyond launches later this year for Nintendo Switch. Stay tuned for more updates in the meantime.